What is Seva?

Yoga is often associated with the Sanskrit word “seva,” which means “service.” However, it is more than just a simple desire to help others. As Swami Niranjan explains it, “seva” is actually composed of two words, “saha,” which means “with that,” and “eva,” which means “too.” Taken as a whole, the word “seva” means “together with” and describes the actions that seek collective upliftment through the understanding of the needs of others and are based on togetherness and integration. It is an expression of compassion for others and a genuine desire to uplift those around you.

Ingrid Aria found yoga to be a reviving, empowering tool during her difficult teenage years. Now she shares yoga with at-risk teenage girls. Ingrid finds that the deep breathing, movement, and laughter in her classes can help her students learn relaxation and build self-esteem, and she is inspired by the peacefulness and strength her students […]

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